CNS Miscellaneous Flashcards
Which of the following is indicated for akinetic and myoclonic seizures? A. Ativan B. Klonopin C. Phenobarbital D. Gabapentin
B. Klonopin
Which of the following is NOT a controlled substance? A. Adipex B. Phenobarbital C. Soma D. Modafinil E. Baclofen F. Pregabalin
E. Baclofen
Which of the following medications can be used for weight reduction? A. Ionamin B. Chantix C. Strattera D. Provigil
A. Ionamin
Which of the following will have a significant impact on the therapeutic impact of Requip?
A. Laying down after taking the medication.
B. Other OTC medications.
C. Taking the medication with food.
D. Smoking.
D. Smoking.
When taking Tegretol, what should the patient avoid taking with the medication? A. Excess Fiber B. Alcohol C. Too much water D. Cheese
B. Alcohol
Which of the following medications is NOT used as a skeletal muscle relaxant? A. Robaxin B. Lioresal C. Flexeril D. Lyrica
D. Lyrica
A. Shift work sleep disorder
B. Management of fibromyalgia
- Provigil
- Pregabalin
1 –> A
2 –> B
Which of the following medications can be sprinkled over soft food prior to ingestion? A. Baclofen B. Donepezil C. Divalproex D. Carbidopa/Levodopa
C. Divalproex
Tegretol is indicated for which of the following conditions? A. Seizures B. Parkinson's Disease C. ADHD D. Insomnia
A. Seizures
Memantine has action on receptors of which substance? A. Serotonin B. Dopamine C. GABA D. NMDA
D. NMDA
Which medication would be best described as an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor? A. Zolpidem B. Pramipexole C. Donepezil D. Memantine
C. Donepezil
Levetiracetam is also known by which of the following brand names? A. Tegretol B. Keppra C. Sinemet D. Lamictal
B. Keppra
Select two relevant counseling points when speaking with your patient about Restoril.
A. This medication is indicated for no longer than 10 consecutive days of therapy.
B. This medication is for sleep; it should be taken 30 minutes prior to bedtime.
C. You may take this medication on an as needed basis.
D. This medication is intended for chronic treatment of insomnia.
A. This medication is indicated for no longer than 10 consecutive days of therapy.
B. This medication is for sleep; it should be taken 30 minutes prior to bedtime.
Which of the following medications is NOT a controlled substance? A. Modafinil B. Eszopiclone C. Lisdexamfetamine D. Methocarbamol
D. Methocarbamol
What is the brand name of oxcarbazepine? A. Depakote B. Tegretol C. Trileptal D. Topamax
C. Trileptal